The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has released the official recruitment notification (Advertisement No. 09 of 2026) for 2,863 vacancies of Class-IV (Multi Tasking Staff - MTS) and Sanitation Worker across UT, Divisional, and District Cadres. Candidates who have passed 8th / 10th (Matriculation) up to 10+2 and are aged between 18 and 40 years can apply online from 5 October 2026 to 3 November 2026 through the official website jkssb.nic.in.
Important Dates
| Notification Release Date | 01 September 2026 |
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| Online Application Start Date | 05 October 2026 |
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| Last Date for Apply Online | 03 November 2026 |
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| Last Date for Fee Payment | 03 November 2026 |
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| Written Examination Date | To be Announced |
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Application Fee
| General / OBC / ALC-IB / RBA | Rs. 600/- |
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| SC / ST-1 / ST-2 / EWS / PwBD | Rs. 500/- |
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| Payment Mode | Online via Net Banking, Debit / Credit Card |
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Age Limit (as on 01/01/2026)
| Minimum Age | 18 Years |
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| Open Merit (OM) | 40 Years |
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| SC / ST-1 / ST-2 / RBA / ALC-IB / EWS | 43 Years |
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| PwD Candidates | 42 Years |
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| Ex-Servicemen | 48 Years |
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Educational Qualification
| Class-IV (MTS) | Minimum Matriculation (10th Pass) and Maximum 10+2 (Higher Secondary) from a recognized Board. |
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| Sanitation Worker | Minimum 8th Pass and Maximum 10+2 (Higher Secondary) from a recognized Board. |
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| (Candidates possessing qualifications higher than 10+2 are not eligible as per the rules). |
JKSSB MTS Recruitment 2026: Category-wise Vacancy Details
| Category Name | Total Posts | Category Name | Total Posts |
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| Open Merit (OM) | 1,178 | OBC | 221 |
| Scheduled Caste (SC) | 246 | ALC / IB | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribe-1 (ST-1) | 293 | Resident of Backward Area (RBA) | 271 |
| Scheduled Tribe-2 (ST-2) | 286 | Economically Weaker Section (EWS) | 253 |
| Total Vacancies | 2,863 |
JKSSB Class-IV 2026: Cadre-wise & Department-wise Breakup
| Cadre-wise Breakup | Major Department-wise Breakup |
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| Cadre Name | Vacancies | Department Name | Vacancies |
| UT Cadre | 105 | Public Works (R&B) Department | 1,420 |
| Divisional Cadre Jammu | 1,093 | Animal / Sheep Husbandry Department | 514 |
| Divisional Cadre Kashmir | 897 | Agriculture Production Department | 385 |
| District Cadre | 768 | Floriculture, Gardens & Parks | 199 |
| - | - | Estates Department | 158 |
| - | - | ARI & Trainings Department | 100 |
| - | - | Higher Education Department | 43 |
| Total Cadre Vacancies | 2,863 | Grand Total | 2,863 |
How to Apply Online for JKSSB MTS Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official JKSSB application portal: www.jkssb.nic.in.
- Click on the “Recruitment” section on the homepage.
- Click on the online application link for “Advertisement Notification No. 09 of 2026 (Class-IV MTS & Sanitation Worker)”.
- Register with your active email address and mobile number to obtain your Login ID and Password.
- Fill in personal details, domicile district, educational qualifications (8th / 10th / 12th marks), and category details.
- Select cadre and post preferences (UT / Divisional / District cadre).
- Upload scanned copies of your recent passport-size photograph, signature, and relevant documents.
- Pay the requisite application fee online via Net Banking, Credit Card, or Debit Card.
- Review the application preview carefully to ensure all details are correct before clicking final submit.
- Submit the online form before the deadline: 03 November 2026.
- Download and print the final submitted application form for future reference.
Important Links
Before Applying
Please verify the official notification for complete eligibility, age limits, education qualification, fee rules, and other terms before submitting the online application.
Always confirm dates and fees on the official website before you apply.
